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President Roosevelt and Assistant Postmaster General Joseph L. Bristow pull back a curtain to reveal black paint that reads, “Bristow’s report regarding the Post Office Department scandal: corruption, fraud, bribery, and theft.” Roosevelt holds a paper in his hand: “The guilty shall be punished to the limit of the law.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-12
A “politician” rushes forward and demands President Roosevelt call off three “secret service” dogs who have treed a man labeled “post office scam.” Roosevelt stands resolutely with arms crossed.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-09-27
In “Roosevelt’s barbershop,” President Roosevelt uses “presidential scissors” to cut all of Ohio Senator Marcus Alonzo Hanna’s hair. On the ground are pieces of his hair, all names of states. A sign on the wall reads, “Try our Roosevelt’s Rough Riders Shampoo for Candidates.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-07